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MARAD Seeks Comments on Use of Foreign-Built S/V PURPLE PELICAN for U.S. Coastwise Passenger Service

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the U.S. Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a request to allow the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V PURPLE PELICAN to operate in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the vessel S/V PURPLE PELICAN is the subject of the request - Products/Services Requested: - Authorization for the foreign-built S/V PURPLE PELICAN to carry up to twelve passengers for hire in U.S. coastwise trade - Unique or Notable Requirements: - MARAD is specifically seeking input on whether this authorization would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or operators of U.S.-built vessels - Interested parties are encouraged to submit supporting documentation if they believe there would be adverse effects - No procurement of goods or services is being solicited; this is a request for public comment on a regulatory determination

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the U.S. Department of Transportation, is authorized to determine the coastwise use of foreign-built, certain U.S.-built, and rebuilt vessels carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received a request for such a determination regarding the vessel S/V PURPLE PELICAN. This notice solicits public comments to assess whether the proposed use of this foreign-built small passenger vessel would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments must be submitted by July 20, 2026, and should include supporting documentation if claiming adverse effects.

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